Design Professional

Design Professional

Job ID

2025-11280

# of Openings

Location

US-NM-Albuquerque

Category

Engineering

Type

Regular Full-Time

Overview

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals : Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction / program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on

Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives .

NV5, Inc. is seeking a qualified and experienced Civil Design Professional for the Water Resources Engineering Group in our Albuquerque Office. The preferred candidate will have a water resource / civil project background with experience utilizing AutoCAD / Civil3D for construction plan preparation. Knowledge of ArcGIS is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan production using AutoCAD / Civil3D software and techniques. Creation of exhibits to accompany reports and / or presentations.

Ability and desire to continue to learn AutoCAD, Civil3D and ArcGIS.

Produce design and construction plan drawings from sketches, existing drawings, electronic images, and written and / or verbal descriptions.

Work directly with Senior Designers, Project Managers and Department Director to implement project design and production requirements.

Implement company and client AutoCAD / Civil3D standards and quality procedures.

Work closely with project team members, other departments, and sub-consultants to ensure drawings convey complete and correct information.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Be a part of a cohesive team and able to do various tasks as needed.

Knowledge of the principals of design and construction for water resource and related infrastructure is preferred.

Drafting experience and familiarity using AutoCAD and Civil3D.

Progressive responsibility for construction plan preparation including plan and profiles, cross-sections, grading and drainage plans, utility plans, and other related plans. Must have, attention to detail, and consistency - a great eye for drawing presentation is a plus.

Ability to independently perform multiple assignments with specific or generalized instruction.

Demonstrates initiative and acknowledges and accepts responsibility.

Experience with commonly used design standards and practices within NM including NM APWA and NM DOT is preferred.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and ArcGIS (preferred).

Availability to occasionally work overtime, including weekends, as needed.

Demonstrated interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills.

Demonstrates "best practices" techniques and a willingness to learn.

Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Occasional travel may be required.

Minimum Education / Experience Requirements :

Associates / technical degree in an engineering related field is preferred.

3-5 years' experience in Civil / Water Resource design including water, sanitary sewer, and / or storm drainage.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations :

Valid Driver's License required

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development / advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.